Michael James
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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Available both in-person and online
Office 11 Mainstream Office Centre Princess Street Hout Bay 7806
You may be feeling stuck in a relationship that has become distant, tense or caught in the same arguments, despite your efforts to make things better. You may also be facing family conflict, a difficult life transition or something in your personal life that has become difficult to navigate alone. You may also be facing family conflict, a d I work with individuals, couples and families to understand what is keeping them stuck, recognise unhelpful patterns, communicate more openly and find a healthier way forward. Saturday appointments are available. I also offer a complimentary chemistry session so we can see if we are a good fit.
I create a safe, structured space where difficult conversations can happen without judgement. Together, we look beyond the immediate problem to understand the patterns and emotions shaping what is happening. I help clients communicate more openly, listen differently, take responsibility where needed and develop practical ways to create meaningful change.
Taking the first step can feel difficult, particularly when something has been weighing on you for some time. You don’t need to have the answers or even know exactly where to begin. Sometimes starting with a conversation is enough. If you’re wondering whether counselling could help, you’re welcome to reach out and we can take it from there.
Call or Email Michael James Leak now for a free 15 minute consultation - 087 250 2042 x81
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions R1090
- Couple Sessions R1320
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Bank transfer, Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa
Michael James Leak
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 250 2042 x81
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Association for Supportive Counsellors and Holistic Practitioners Michael James Leak
- In Practice for 10 years
- South African College of Applied Psychology, PG Dip Counselling, Graduated 2016
- Degree/Diploma from UNISA in Psychology (BA) BA / 2003
- Degree/Diploma from University of South Africa in Psychology (Psych Hons) BA Psych Honors / 2020
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Michael James Leak
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 250 2042 x81
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Marital and Premarital
- Family Conflict
Expertise
- Adoption
- Divorce
- Family Estrangement
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Parenting
- Self Esteem
Michael James Leak
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - 087 250 2042 x81
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Single Parent
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Single Parent
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Culturally Sensitive
- Family / Marital
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Narrative
- Person-Centred
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
Michael James Leak
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or 087 250 2042 x81
Location
Primary Location
Michael Leak
Office 11 Mainstream Office Centre
Princess Street
Hout Bay 7806
087 250 2042 x81Email Me
Michael James Leak
General Counsellor, ASCHP Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Call for a free consultation now - 087 250 2042 x81